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Crash Chaos on A282 Dartford Crossing Sparks Massive Delays!
Two Lorries Collide, One Injured
A nasty smash between two lorries on the A282 Dartford Crossing brought traffic to a standstill around midday on February 20. The crash forced the closure of three lanes on this vital link between 123 into chaos. Three lanes shut left commuters trapped in stop-start jams for over 90 minutes. Eyewitnesses described a “massive pile-up” with traffic stacked back onto the M25 anticlockwise — a gridlock nightmare spanning 12 miles.
Thankfully, by 1:30 PM all lanes were reopened. But drivers still faced lingering delays up to 10 minutes as the motorway slowly cleared.
Travel Warning: Plan Ahead or Face Breakdown
National Highways is urging motorists to leave extra time for journeys through the area. A spokesperson warned:
“While the road has fully reopened, residual delays remain on the approach to the Dartford Crossing. We advise drivers to plan ahead and use alternative routes where possible.”
Crash Cause Under Scrutiny
Authorities haven’t yet revealed how the two lorries collided. They are analysing dashcam footage and gathering witness accounts to piece together the puzzle. So far, no arrests have been made and no further injuries reported.
Road Rage and Relief on Social Media
Angry commuters vented their frustration online:
- “Stuck on the Dartford Crossing for over an hour. Traffic not moving. Hope everyone involved is okay.”
- “Traffic chaos at Dartford Crossing today. Thankful that no one was seriously hurt.”
Stay Updated on the Traffic Front
Drivers should keep an eye on live traffic updates from the AA, National Highways, or local radio to dodge any remaining delays.
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